Modiwl XAE-1036:
Intro to Childhood Research
Introduction to Childhood Research 2023-24
XAE-1036
2023-24
School of Education
Module - Semester 1
20 credits
Module Organiser:
Kaydee Owen
Overview
The module will set the context for Childhood Studies and research within this field through discussion of the following topics: - The history of Childhood Studies as an academic field. - What makes good quality research? - Key considerations for research with children. - Important terms and ideas that underpin research in Childhood Studies. - How research findings are shared and their importance to practice.
Assessment Strategy
-threshold -Threshold (D-, D, D+): A satisfactory knowledge and understanding of the academic field of Childhood Studies. Able to give a basic explanation of the key ideas in the field and note the researchers associated with these. An adequate ability to evaluate the quality and reliability of previous research in relation to children and childhood. Able to give a satisfactory account of the key issues in relation to research with children and show an adequate understanding of ethical issues relevant to this work.
-good -Good (C-, C, C+): A good knowledge and understanding of the academic field of Childhood Studies. Able to give a clear and detailed explanation of the key ideas in the field and note the researchers associated with these. A good ability to evaluate the quality and reliability of previous research in relation to children and childhood. Able to give a detailed account of key issues in relation to research with children and show a good understanding of ethical issues relevant to this work.
-excellent -Excellent (A-, A, A+, A*): A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the academic field of Childhood Studies Able to give a thorough and well-researched explanation of the key ideas in the field with clear citations to the relevant researchers. An exceptional ability to evaluate the quality and reliability of previous research in relation to children and childhood. Able to give a thorough and considered account of key issues in relation to research with children and show a good understanding of ethical issues relevant to this work.
Learning Outcomes
- 1. Explain how reliable, contemporary research is designed and conducted within Childhood Studies and related fields.
- 2. Discuss the specific issues related to research with children including ethical considerations.
- 3. Evaluate the quality and reliability of previous research in relation to children and childhood.
- 4. Interpret meaning from research sources and apply this to inform discussion and/or practice with children
Assessment method
Essay
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Assignment 1 - Research Article Summary
Weighting
50%
Due date
06/12/2023
Assessment method
Essay
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Assignment 2 - Research Article Critique
Weighting
50%
Due date
17/01/2024